Use any chunky yarn to make this ribbed hat, which time has proven is a hit with all genders. Malabrigo Chunky or Dream in Color Groovy have great stitch definition in this pattern or bulky alpaca yarn is soft enough for even the most discerning of scalps.

The link above is for a .pdf version of the hat pattern. For the original blog post with the hat pattern, click here

For a worsted adult version, cast on 96 st and follow the instructions as provided.

Gauge: 4 sts/in in pattern UNSTRETCHED. This stitch stretches quite a bit, and so will fit a large head (22-23” circumference).

This hat is reversible as well - the fifth photo shows the hat inside-out. Knit longer, it could be worn with a large brim that showed the off-side, like a seaman’s hat - extra warm.